30 Best Ice Cream Shops in Charleston

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  • Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams 501-A King Street, Charleston Ice Cream Shop · $$

    1 Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

    4.6 Superb 446 Reviews

    501-A King Street, Charleston

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Buttercrisp Waffle Cones
    • Brambleberry Crisp
    • Wildberry Lavender
    • Texas Sheet Cake

    “Best ice cream and waffle cone! 😊”

  • Freddo's Cafe & Ice Cream 239 1/2 King Street, Charleston Ice Cream Shop · $$

    2 Freddo's Cafe & Ice Cream

    4.6 Superb 323 Reviews

    239 1/2 King Street, Charleston

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Italian Mascarpone and Dulce De Leche
    • Dulce De Leche Choco Chip
    • Alfajor - Cookie Sandwich
    • Gelato Cappuccino Freddo

    “The best empanadas, ice cream and customer service!! We love the beef and ham/cheese flavors.”

  • Ye Ole Fashioned Cafe & Ice Cream 1319 Sam Rittenberg Blvd #109, Charleston Ice Cream Shop · $$

    3 Ye Ole Fashioned Cafe & Ice Cream

    4.6 Superb 257 Reviews

    1319 Sam Rittenberg Blvd #109, Charleston

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • French Fries or Sweet Potato Fries
    • Biggest Scoops in Lowcountry
    • Shrimp PO Boy Sandwich
    • Chicken Salad Sandwich

    “Very cute, very clean new location in West Ashley. We enjoyed our visit on Friday night. Very juicy burgers, huge crinkle cut fries and best milkshake we’ve had in a long time. 5*”

  • Turbo Cone 828 Saint Andrew's Boulevard, Charleston Ice Cream Shop · $

    4 Turbo Cone

    4.4 Superb 177 Reviews

    828 Saint Andrew's Boulevard, Charleston

    Customers’ favorites

    • Chocolate Vanilla Swirl Hurricone with Salted Caramel Chips Marshmallow Syrup and Brownie Bites
    • Milk Chocolate Ice Cream with Chocolate Dip
    • Vanilla Cone Dipped in Butterscotch
    • Chocolate Dip Vanilla Waffle Cone

    “Great ice cream and polite staff!”

  • Off Track Ice Cream 6 Beaufain Street, Charleston Ice Cream Shop · $$

    5 Off Track Ice Cream

    4.5 Superb 371 Reviews

    6 Beaufain Street, Charleston

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Chocolate Fudge Brownie
    • Strawberry Ice Cream
    • Cold Brew Honeycomb
    • Icecream Flights

    “Plenty of delicious vegan options for my son!”

  • Buzzed Bull Creamery - Charleston, SC 595 King Street Ste 130, Charleston Ice Cream Shop · $$

    6 Buzzed Bull Creamery - Charleston, SC

    4.5 Superb 287 Reviews

    595 King Street Ste 130, Charleston

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Buzzed Honey Pecan Bourbon Milkshake
    • Tiger Stripes Latte - Non-Buzzed
    • Pint Non-Buzzed Ice Cream CYO
    • Ultimate Snickerdoodle The

    “Had to wait in a short line, but the owner let us know right away. I loved the transparency. It was a cool spot to hangout in and watch the nitrogen ice cream being made right in front of our eyes. The ice cream was to die for! I can’t wait to come back!”

  • River Street Sweets 100 North Market Street, Charleston Ice Cream Shop · $$

    7 River Street Sweets

    4.5 Superb 224 Reviews

    100 North Market Street, Charleston

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Chocolate Icecream
    • 1 4 Pound Pralines
    • 1 2 Pound Pralines
    • 1 Pound Pralines

    “Coming down from Mississippi, me and my wife decided to tryout pralines and ended up getting sorbet. The sorbet from River Street Sweets was incredibly delicious. Wesley made it with love, was so nice and helpful when I picked out my flavors!”

  • Ye Ole Fashioned Ice Cream 474 Savannah Highway, Charleston Ice Cream Shop · $$

    8 Ye Ole Fashioned Ice Cream

    4.2 Good 520 Reviews

    474 Savannah Highway, Charleston

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery
    • Drive-Through

    Customers’ favorites

    • Strawberry Cheesecake and Lemon Cheesecake
    • Biggest Scoops in Lowcountry
    • Delicious Ice Cream Flavors
    • Regular 6 Super Dog Loaded

    “The burgers 🍔 were delicious as was the loaded fries 🍟 (with cheese & chili. The woman who took care of was very polite, helpful and friendly. It was our first visit and it won’t be our last.”

  • Whit's Frozen Custard of Charleston : James Island 1989 Maybank Highway Unit 102, Charleston Ice Cream Shop

    9 Whit's Frozen Custard of Charleston : James Island

    4.7 Superb 70 Reviews

    1989 Maybank Highway Unit 102, Charleston

    “Have been a loyal customer since opening day. Wanted to give shout out to today’s visit Meredith is a super star she was super friendly and very fast to help with our any little one who was not in the mood to wait. Thank you Meredith you saved the day yet again!”

  • Three Monkeys Ice Cream Parlor 915 Folly Road Ste p, Charleston Ice Cream Shop

    10 Three Monkeys Ice Cream Parlor

    4.8 Superb 54 Reviews

    915 Folly Road Ste p, Charleston

    “To all my New Englanders who are looking for good soft serve like back up north, we FINALLY have the right spot! While my wife and I were both eating we said “this tastes like soft serve from back home”. Come to find out the owner, Stephanie is from New England and told us how she’s very particular about her soft serve (if you know, you know). We’ll be back!”

  • Gustard's Custard 2200 Heriot Street, Charleston Ice Cream Shop

    11 Gustard's Custard

    4.4 Superb 63 Reviews

    2200 Heriot Street, Charleston

    “My only regret is I ate the custard so fast, I didnt get a picture! 🤣 we tried to come back a 2nd time last night but they were closed due to card reader issues. 😭 The custard is perfectly creamy and light but so delicious! Can't wait to come back when we're back in Charleston!”

  • Whit's Frozen Custard of Charleston : West Ashley 3863 West Ashley Circle Ste 200, Charleston Ice Cream Shop · $$

    12 Whit's Frozen Custard of Charleston : West Ashley

    4.2 Good 43 Reviews

    3863 West Ashley Circle Ste 200, Charleston

    “A friendly family oriented place to enjoy a treat with you favorite people while enjoying the best ice cream you will ever have in this lifetime!!!!!!!!”

  • Hardscoop Distillery & Winery 2030 Wambaw Crk Road Ste, Charleston Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt · $

    13 Hardscoop Distillery & Winery

    3.8 Good 31 Reviews

    2030 Wambaw Crk Road Ste, Charleston

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    “I stopped by this place on a whim- saw the sign while driving and made a spontaneous decision to turn in. IM SO GLAD I DID. Blake was WONDERFUL. He was very kind and patient- he offered to give me a small sample of every flavor and I was blown away! It's not often you see someone in the service industry take time out of their day to be so kind.This ice cream is incredible- the flavors are bright with a hint of alcohol, perfectly balanced.Thank you for your time today Blake- I will be a lifelong customer. Currently going to lowes foods to buy every pint!”

  • Kilwins Ice Cream - Chocolate - Fudge 59 South Market Street, Charleston Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt · $

    14 Kilwins Ice Cream - Chocolate - Fudge

    4.1 Good 252 Reviews

    59 South Market Street, Charleston

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • 9 Piece Truffle Assortment
    • Sea-Salt Caramel Fudge
    • Dark Coconut Tuttles
    • Caramel Apple Fudge

    “The best way to end an evening 😋”

  • Booze Pops 584 King Street, Charleston Caterers

    15 Booze Pops

    4.7 Superb 77 Reviews

    584 King Street, Charleston

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    “The super Mario song had me thinking it was an ice cream truck but ended up being something I never had before, a booze pop. I ended up gettin’ a Watermelon Martini and a vodka lemonade both were 15% Alc and set the temp with it being hot out. Would definitely go back to try more flavors. - 87*”

  • Marble Slab Creamery 1812 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard Suite 20, Charleston Ice Cream Shop · $$

    16 Marble Slab Creamery

    4.0 Good 127 Reviews

    1812 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard Suite 20, Charleston

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    “Best service. Delicious milkshakes ❤️”

  • Hollings Café 86 Jonathan Lucas Street, Charleston Cafe · $

    17 Hollings Café

    4.9 Superb 36 Reviews

    86 Jonathan Lucas Street, Charleston

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Ham & Swiss
    • blt

    “Always fantastic. The owner and staff are always so nice and friendly. :)”

  • Waflin 48 North Market Street, Charleston Coffee Shops · $

    18 Waflin

    4.5 Superb 96 Reviews

    48 North Market Street, Charleston

    • Take-Out

    Customers’ favorites

    • Oreo Bubble Waffle

    “Stopped by for a sweet treat. Large selection to choose from. Had ours in a cup so did not try the waffle cone. Always appreciate when samples are given. We both sampled one so not sure if they limit how many. Minus one star cuz one of my flavors was full of ice crystals…like it thawed and then refroze.”

  • Republic Ice Cream 431 King Street, Charleston Ice Cream Shop · $

    19 Republic Ice Cream

    3.7 Good 106 Reviews

    431 King Street, Charleston

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Around the World Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
    • Cool Peppermint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
    • Old Fashioned Strawberry Ice Cream
    • Thunderstorm Chocolate Ice Cream

    “Amazingly creamy ice cream and gluten free waffle cones! Will definitely return on my next trip to Charleston.”

  • Coach's Canteen Publix Plaza, 710 Hopewell Drive Ste 112, Charleston Hamburger · $

    20 Coach's Canteen

    4.4 Superb 139 Reviews

    Publix Plaza, 710 Hopewell Drive Ste 112, Charleston

    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Philly Cheesesteak
    • Double Cheeseburger
    • Crinkle Cut Fries
    • Fried Mushrooms

    “Best smash burger in all of Charleston!”

  • Baskin-Robbins 1798 Ashley River Road, Charleston Ice Cream Shop · $

    21 Baskin-Robbins

    3.9 Good 145 Reviews

    1798 Ashley River Road, Charleston

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery
    • Drive-Through

    Customers’ favorites

    • Peanut Butter 'N Chocolate and Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Polar Pizza
    • Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Polar Pizza
    • Oreo Cookies 'N Cream Polar Pizza
    • Monster Creature Creations

    “Bought an ice cream cake for Valentine's Day. Delicious 💙”

  • Costco 3050 Ashley Town Center Drive, Charleston Fast Food · $

    22 Costco

    3.6 Good 42 Reviews

    3050 Ashley Town Center Drive, Charleston

    • Take-Out

    “we didn't have the box or the receipt! no worries, worth it”

  • Cinnabon 2150 Northwoods Boulevard, Charleston Bakery · $

    23 Cinnabon

    4.1 Good 64 Reviews

    2150 Northwoods Boulevard, Charleston

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Side of Cream Cheese Frosting
    • Bonbites Cinnapacks
    • Classic Cinnapacks
    • Cinnamon Roll

    “The cashier was very friendly. She was an older white lady and very sweet to speak with. I went two days in a row to get my watch looked at by the booth in front of the store. Both days she worked and was friendly both times. She spoke very kindly to my 8-year-old daughter. She heated up the cinnamon bites and made sure we were satisfied.”

  • Tinto y Crema 6 Vendue Range, Charleston Coffee Shops · $

    24 Tinto y Crema

    4.1 Good 196 Reviews

    6 Vendue Range, Charleston

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Chocolate Vanilla Swirl
    • Salted Caramel Gelato
    • Flavored Waffle Cone
    • Chocolate Lined Cone

    “One of THE best gelatos you will ever have!! Will visit again”

  • Le Macaron Charleston 227 Meeting Street, Charleston Bakery · $$

    25 Le Macaron Charleston

    4.0 Good 102 Reviews

    227 Meeting Street, Charleston

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Chocolate Lipstick
    • Box of 6 Macarons
    • Chocolate Cigar
    • Single Macaron

    “Amazing place, friendly service and delicious treats! I recommend the eclairs and the macarons.”

  • The Fudgery 90 North Market Street, Charleston Ice Cream · $

    26 The Fudgery

    4.0 Good 125 Reviews

    90 North Market Street, Charleston

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Hand Dipped Marshmallows
    • Homemade English Toffee
    • Dipped Apple
    • Strawberry

    “We had a great experience at The Fudgery of Charleston last weekend! The ice cream was absolutely delicious, and the variety of flavors made it so hard to choose just one. My kids asked to sample a couple of flavors, and Kyle was so kind and patient, letting them try exactly what they wanted. His amazing customer service made our visit extra special. Kyle was incredibly friendly and made us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. We’ll definitely be back for more!”

  • TCBY 520 Folly Road Suite 30, Charleston Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt · $

    27 TCBY

    3.1 Average 72 Reviews

    520 Folly Road Suite 30, Charleston

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Soft Serve
    • Toppings

    “Who doesn't love a TCBY?! This TCBY is a clean store- So Many flavor options from hand scooped yogurt to soft serve yogurt and toppings galore! Also in a great shopping center was great dining options to check out before your dessert-also love visiting the classic Hallmark store!”

  • TCBY West Ashley 2 Windermere Boulevard, Charleston Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt · $

    28 TCBY West Ashley

    3.2 Average 128 Reviews

    2 Windermere Boulevard, Charleston

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Roasty Toasty Marshmallow Gluten Free Soft Serve
    • Roasty Toasty Marshmallow Soft Serve
    • White Chocolate Mousse Soft Serve
    • Chocolate Soft Serve

    “TCBY West Ashley is a Charleston & froyo lovers “fan favorite” location! A spot for locals and tourists to unwind from today’s troubles reminisce about “the good old days” while quietly making new memories 🤗 A truly iconic TCBY location in the heart of Charleston South Carolina! This West Ashley TCBY holds special memories for many Charlestonian’s as well as visiting tourists new or returning young and old!”

  • Insomnia Cookies 509 King Street, Charleston Dessert · $$

    29 Insomnia Cookies

    3.7 Good 159 Reviews

    509 King Street, Charleston

    • Delivery

    Customers’ favorites

    • Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter
    • Double Chocolate Chunk
    • Chocolate Chunk Cookie
    • Chocolate Chip Cookie

    “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I had an amazing experience at Insomnia Cookies in Charleston thanks to Tai! From the moment I walked in, Tai was friendly, welcoming, and super helpful. He had great energy and made sure my order was exactly right — even gave great recommendations when I couldn’t decide. The cookies were fresh and delicious, and the customer service made it even better. Tai truly represents what great service looks like. Give that man a raise! 🙌🍪”

  • Sonic Drive-In 931 Folly Road, Charleston Fast Food · $

    30 Sonic Drive-In

    3.3 Good 262 Reviews

    931 Folly Road, Charleston

    • Take-Out
    • Delivery
    • Drive-Through

    Customers’ favorites

    • Foot Long Chili Cheese Dog Tater Tots and Cheese Pepper Poppers
    • Sonic Bacon Cheeseburger
    • Big Dill Cheeseburger
    • M&M Sonic Blast

    “ok folks, they need help. You want a job see them. they have been overwhelmed with business and no applicants.”

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